Serif Normal Sinom 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, headlines, pull quotes, literary, classic, formal, refined, italic emphasis, classic elegance, editorial voice, print tradition, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, diagonal stress, crisp terminals, open apertures.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with sharp, bracketed serifs and a pronounced diagonal axis. Strokes show clear calligraphic modulation: thin hairlines and thicker downstrokes, with crisp entry/exit strokes and pointed terminals in many letters. The capitals are stately and slightly narrow in feel, while the lowercase is lively with a forward slant, compact bowls, and cleanly cut serifs that keep word shapes crisp. Numerals follow the same italic rhythm, with elegant curves and fine hairlines that emphasize a traditional, print-oriented texture.
It suits editorial typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis—such as pull quotes, subheads, introductions, and highlighted passages. It can also work for book typography in larger sizes (chapter openings, dedications, or display italic) and for magazine-style headlines that benefit from a refined, classic serif texture.
The overall tone is polished and literary, with a sense of tradition and ceremony. Its energetic italic flow adds sophistication and motion without becoming ornate, making it feel appropriate for classic editorial and bookish contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast italic companion for formal text settings, delivering a traditional serif color with a distinctly calligraphic slant. It prioritizes elegance and a recognizable editorial voice, balancing sharp detail with consistent rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
In text, the face produces a pronounced light–dark rhythm due to the strong contrast, so it reads best when given comfortable size and spacing. The shapes stay disciplined rather than decorative, with restrained flourishes and an emphasis on clarity over embellishment.